TravelStacks vs Flightright:
Simpler Fees, Better Value
Flightright charges 20-30% plus a 14% solicitor surcharge plus VAT, totaling around 36%. We charge $19 flat for US refunds and 25% for compensation. No hidden surcharges.
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TravelStacks vs Flightright — side by side
| Feature | TravelStacks | Flightright |
|---|---|---|
| US refund fee | $19 flat fee✓ | Not offered (EU/UK only) |
| EU/UK compensation fee | 25%✓ | 20-30% + 14% solicitor + VAT (~36%) |
| Legal escalation fee | Up to 45%✓ | Even higher |
| On a $650 EU claim, you keep | $487✓ | ~$416 |
| No win, no fee | Yes | Yes |
| US flight coverage | Yes✓ | No |
| Flight Watch alerts | Yes✓ | No |
| Fee transparency | Simple flat / percentage✓ | Complex (base + solicitor + VAT) |
| Trustpilot | New (launching 2026) | 4.7/5 (3,861 reviews) |
| Founded | 2026 | 2010 |
See the difference in real dollars
Fees that sound small add up fast. Here’s exactly what you keep.
$400 EU claim
Claim amount: $400
TravelStacks
You keep $300
Fee: $100 (25%)
Flightright
You keep $256
Fee: ~$144 (~36% all-in)
You save $44 with TravelStacks
$650 EU claim
Claim amount: $650
TravelStacks
You keep $487
Fee: $163 (25%)
Flightright
You keep $416
Fee: ~$234 (~36% all-in)
You save $71 with TravelStacks
$400 US refund
Claim amount: $400
TravelStacks
You keep $381
Fee: $19 flat fee
Flightright
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Why passengers choose TravelStacks
We cover US flights — Flightright doesn't
Flightright is built exclusively for EU/UK passengers. If your disrupted flight was in the US — a DOT refund, denied boarding, or expense reimbursement — Flightright cannot help you. TravelStacks handles all three claim types for US flights.
Simpler fee structure — no solicitor surcharge, no VAT
Flightright's fee is stated as 20-30%, but a 14% solicitor surcharge applies in legal cases, plus VAT on top of that — bringing the real all-in fee to around 36%. TravelStacks charges a single percentage: 25%. What you see is what you pay.
Lower effective fee on EU claims
On a $650 EU compensation claim: Flightright takes ~$234 all-in (36%) and you keep ~$416. TravelStacks takes $163 (25%) and you keep $487. That's $71 more in your pocket.
Flight Watch — proactive disruption alerts
Enter an upcoming flight and TravelStacks monitors it in real time. If your flight is disrupted, we alert you immediately — before the claim window closes. Flightright has no equivalent feature.
Modern, web-only experience
TravelStacks works entirely in your browser. No app download, no account required to check eligibility. Built for speed.
Where Flightright has an edge
We’re honest about where Flightright currently wins.
15 years in business
Flightright was founded in 2010 and has been enforcing passenger rights across Europe for a decade and a half. TravelStacks launched in 2026 — we're newer, which is exactly why our fees are lower.
700M+ euros enforced
Flightright claims to have recovered over 700 million euros for passengers. That's a meaningful track record across EU carriers and EU courts.
3,861 Trustpilot reviews, 4.7/5
Flightright has a large verified review base. TravelStacks is building our reputation one claim at a time.
99% claimed success rate and strong DACH market presence
Flightright is dominant in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. If your claim is against a German carrier in a German court, they have deep local expertise. TravelStacks currently serves English-speaking passengers.
Frequently asked questions
Is TravelStacks better than Flightright?
It depends on your route. For US flights, TravelStacks is the clear choice — Flightright doesn't cover US claims at all. For EU/UK claims, TravelStacks charges 25% with no hidden surcharges, compared to Flightright's effective ~36% all-in rate once their solicitor surcharge and VAT are applied. Flightright has a 15-year track record and 3,861 Trustpilot reviews — if established reputation matters more than fees, Flightright is the incumbent.
Does Flightright cover US flights?
No. Flightright is an EU-focused service built around EU261 and UK261 regulation. It does not handle US DOT refund claims, denied boarding compensation, or expense reimbursement for domestic US flights. TravelStacks handles all three, plus EU/UK claims.
How much does Flightright really charge?
Flightright's standard fee is 20-30% of the compensation. However, a 14% solicitor surcharge applies in cases that require legal enforcement, and VAT is added on top. The all-in effective fee is approximately 36% in legal cases. TravelStacks charges a flat 25% for EU/UK compensation — no surcharges, no VAT on top.
Can I use TravelStacks for European flights?
Yes. TravelStacks handles EU261 and UK261 claims for flights departing from EU or UK airports, regardless of the airline. Our fee is 25% of the recovery — lower than Flightright's effective all-in rate — with no hidden surcharges. We also cover US DOT claims, which Flightright does not.
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